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You may wonder why your nail tech applies a base coat, nail polish and top coat in a certain order. It is because base coat and top coat polish play a specific role in looking good and ensuring your manicure or pedicure lasts long and is durable. This article discusses the difference between base and top coat and their
To prevent discolouration, keep your mani intact, and discourage chipping and cracking the nail polish's colour, adding base and top coat to your manicure and pedicure is helpful. To know more, Read the full blog.
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A 2-in-1 base & top coat that protects & strengthens nails. Get strong, shiny, chip resistant nails. Base coat panthenol formula smoothes nail surface
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